French and U.S. Service Members overcome an Obstacle at 5th French Marines Desert Commando Course

French and U.S. service members overcome an obstacle Sept. 25 at the 5th French Marines Desert Commando Course near Arta, Djibouti. The 10-day training strengthened relationships with French teammates and helped to ensure CJTF-HOA members are continually ready to support military operations in East Africa to defeat violent extremist organizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dillon White)

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